Undergraduate Research Workshops

Summer Workshops

• Starting Off on the Right Foot in Research: May 20, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Starting Off)

  • Learn how to set yourself up for success in an undergraduate research experience. The Office of Undergraduate Research will cover discussing expectations with your mentor, communication skills, time and data management best practices, and cover some of the common pitfalls of young researchers.

• How to Write a Research Paper: May 27, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Research Paper)

  • Join the Office of Undergraduate Research for a workshop that will cover the different sections of research papers and give guidance on how to start drafting your own manuscript. Additional resources for undergraduate writers and future publishers will be shared.

• How to Create a Research Poster: June 3, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Research Poster)

  • The Office of Undergraduate Research will offer a webinar to teach participants how to craft a research poster and will provide research presentation resources. The workshop will also cover drafting abstracts as part of the submission process for presenting your research. Participants will be guided through the application process for the Summer Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium.

• Responsible Conduct of Research (Part 1): June 10, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (RCR Part 1)

  • The Office of Undergraduate Research will offer opportunities for undergraduates to complete their Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training. Participants will be guided through discussions on the key topics of conducting research in an ethical and responsible manner. You must attend parts 1 and 2 of the training to earn RCR training credit.

• Responsible Conduct of Research (Part 2): June 17, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (RCR Part 2)

  • This workshop is a continuation of Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Part 1. The Office of Undergraduate Research is sharing an opportunity specifically designed for undergraduates to complete their RCR training. Participants will be guided through discussions of more key topics of conducting research in an ethical and responsible manner. Both parts 1 and 2 must be attended in order to earn RCR training credit.

• Best Practices in Leadership: June 24, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Leadership)

  • Join the Office of Undergraduate Research for a discussion of data-driven guidance for becoming effective leaders in research and beyond.

• Applying for Scholarships and Fellowships: July 1, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Scholarships)

  • Learn how to find, plan for and apply to scholarships and fellowships that can support your continued research and education.

• Applying to Graduate School: July 8, 2025 9:00-10:30 A.M. Zoom (Graduate School)

  • Come learn the key steps to finding and applying to graduate school.

Add all of these workshops (with zoom links) to your calendar.